Birthstone colours, month by month

January, garnet. Deep red. Loyalty, for the people who always stick by you.

February, amethyst. Purple. Calm, a little peace whatever the day throws at you.

March, aquamarine. Aqua blue. Courage, brave and ready for whatever's next.

April, diamond. Clear. Strength, made to last.

May, emerald. Green. Growth, you're blooming.

June, alexandrite. Lilac. Joy, the good in every day.

July, ruby. Crimson. Passion, bold and full of fire.

August, peridot. Olive green. Happiness, light whatever the weather.

September, sapphire. Royal blue. Wisdom, trust what you know.

October, tourmaline. Soft pink. Kindness, a soft heart is a strong one.

November, topaz. Champagne. Warmth, the friend everyone wants around.

December, tanzanite. Soft steel blue. Change, new chapters.

Not a month, just a favourite: white opal for hope, pink opal for gentleness, blue opal for calm, onyx for protection.

Questions

What is a birthstone colour?

Every month has a stone, and every stone has a colour. Ours are coloured crystals in your stone's colour, not mined gemstones, so you get the meaning and the colour on your wrist.

How does it go on my jewellery?

As a connector. A small coloured crystal sits in the chain of your bracelet, anklet or necklace, then the whole piece is custom fitted and welded on. No clasp.

Can I have more than one?

Yes. Lots of people pick a colour for each child, or one each for a couple, and wear them together on one chain.

Does permanent jewellery hurt?

No. You don't feel a thing.

How long does an appointment take?

We allow about 45 minutes per person. Choosing your chain and your colour is the fun part.

Where are you?

Sloane Salon, Studio 3, 222 St George's Road, Bolton, BL1 2PH. We're open by appointment only.